AI & Productivity: OpenAI launched ChatGPT Work, aiming to turn multi-step business tasks across apps and files into finished outputs, while Amazon’s CTO says firms are shifting toward cheaper open-source AI models to rein in costs. Monetary Policy: The Fed named Andreessen, Chetty and Mervyn King to task forces reviewing Fed operations, as the bank also faces scrutiny over how it communicates and manages its huge bond holdings. Small Business & Local Economy: Kenya’s Ruto ordered a two-year NYOTA business permit waiver and new IDs for beneficiaries, while Seattle businesses report payroll-tax pressure and vacancies. Business Environment Data: Spain saw new company registrations fall 15.4% in May, with dissolutions down 2.6%, and Bangladesh’s BSEC moves to suspend trading of closed companies. Trade & Travel: Vietjet proposed “Vietnam Halal Connect” to coordinate airlines, airports and halal partners; Holafly for Business says travelers now prioritize secure internet for enterprise tools. Energy & Infrastructure: Albania’s regulator says solar self-generation is rising and is building a real-time complaints platform; Tanzania’s outer ring road in Dodoma is already cutting truck travel times and boosting trade. Markets & Growth Risks: S&P warns India’s weak monsoon could hit rural incomes and inflation; Standard Bank says South Africa is nearing “escape velocity” as bottlenecks ease. Corporate Moves: Apollo made a surprise £5.7bn takeover offer for easyJet, topping Castlelake.